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Makanda by the Sea

5.0 star property
Adults-only beach hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools
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Makanda by the Sea

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Poolside bar
Poolside bar
Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool
Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine
Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa | Water view

Overview of Makanda by the Sea

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

1 Kilometro al Oeste de Centro Comercial, Plaza Vista, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Popular LocationSoda Sánchez2 min walk
  • Popular LocationCafetería La Panera3 min walk
  • Popular LocationPizza Hut3 min walk
  • Popular LocationMarina Pez Vela10 min walk
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Room options

Ocean Club Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 67 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

WOW Suite Premier Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
  • 80 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 130 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Villa 4 People

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 75 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Pacific Jacuzzi Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Furnished lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Sky Penthouse Private Pool

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
  • 130 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Junior Pool Villa

cleanliness

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
  • 65 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Tropical Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Grand Pool Villa

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
  • 92 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Quepos

Located in Quepos, Makanda by the Sea is in a national park and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Nahomi Park and Playa La Macha can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Marina Pez Vela. Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Playitas Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. With snorkelling, rafting and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

What's nearby

  • Marina Pez Vela - 10 min walk
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive
  • Playa La Macha - 8 min drive
  • Playitas Beach - 16 min drive
  • Biesanz Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • Runaway Grill - 14 min walk
  • Cuba Libre Restaurant & Bar - 14 min walk
  • Soda Sánchez - 2 min walk
  • Cafetería La Panera - 3 min walk
  • Marisquería Sabromar - 7 min walk

About this property

Makanda by the Sea

Luxury hotel revitalised in 2020 and located near Marina Pez Vela
Located close to Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Nahomi Park, Makanda by the Sea provides 2 poolside bars, a swim-up bar and a terrace. With a nearby private beach, beach massages and sunloungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a body scrub, aromatherapy or a body wrap at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Arbol Restaurant, features international cuisine. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
  • Wedding services, meeting rooms and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the first-rate property condition
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM–9:30 AM for a fee: USD 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Arbol Restaurant
  • Pool Lounge

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Renovated entire property - June 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 16 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 30 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 160 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-in fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services, spa treatments and private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Hotel Makanda
Hotel Makanda Sea Adults Only
Hotel Makanda Sea Adults Only Manuel Antonio
Makanda Hotel
Makanda Sea Adults Only
Makanda Sea Adults Only Manuel Antonio
Makanda Sea Hotel Manuel Antonio, Quepos
Makanda Sea Hotel
Makanda Sea Manuel Antonio, Quepos
Makanda Sea
Hotel Makanda By the Sea Adults Only
Makanda Sea Hotel Manuel Antonio
Makanda Sea Manuel Antonio
Makanda By The Sea Hotel Manuel Antonio National Park
Makanda By The Sea Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park
Makanda by the Sea Hotel
Makanda by the Sea Quepos
Makanda by the Sea Hotel Quepos

Frequently asked questions

Does Makanda by the Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Makanda by the Sea?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Makanda by the Sea on 4 Apr 2024 start from €500.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Makanda by the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Makanda by the Sea?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Makanda by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Makanda by the Sea?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Makanda by the Sea provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 160 per vehicle applies.

Where is Makanda by the Sea located?

With direct access to the beach, this Quepos hotel is in a national park and within 1 mi (2 km) of Marina Pez Vela, Nahomi Park and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Playa La Macha and Playitas Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Makanda by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 357 out of 447 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 447 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 447 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 447 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 447 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Artur

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing here and very friendly. But the hotel itself is lackluster for a 5 star hotel. There are small issues sprinkled throughout the hotel that ruin the experience of a 5 star hotel. This is just a place for social media influencers to take nice photos of the views, that’s all it is. Given it’s in a jungle there definitely are venomous snakes around the property which we came across and staff had to kill it with a broom. The issue for us wasn’t the existence of the snake, but the lack of pathway lighting to our room where to snake was found. The lighting at night is terrible, the rooms door has about a half an inch gap underneath so all bugs are free to go into the room. Very nice looking place with nice views and amazing staff, but for a 5 star hotel with such a high price tag for their high end rooms, definitely not worth the money spent at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

kerr

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful rooms, very helpful staff, some wildlife in the lovely grounds, but still not sure if it's worth the extra money. this is the second time we've stayed there and both times our enjoyment of the pool was impaired by the construction noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Srinivasan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Makanda for 4 days during our honeymoon trip and feel absolutely in love. We had the grand honeymoon suite and it was even better than the pictures online. We woke up every morning to monkeys playing on our porch and toucans in the trees. We had a private pool and hot tub and the view was out of this world. We actually saw more wildlife from our hotel room than we did when we went to hike the Manuel Antonio national park! We ventured down to pools which were both stunning. There is a saltwater pool with a swim up bar and our bartender Elias was incredible. Not only were the drinks he made us delicious but he went out of his way to point out all the wildlife around and even showed us a sloth! Though I will say this hotel is on the side of a mountain and did get pretty steep at times. However there was staff in golf carts that were ready to take us anywhere we needed to go and were so helpful with our luggage and anything else we needed. We also ate at the Resturant a few times and would highly recommend eating here! The food was amazing and the service was also fantastic. This hotel is also a quick drive to either Quepos or Manuel Antonio! Overall, this hotel blew us away with the friendly staff, ample wildlife, amazing food and incredible views. I would recommend to anyone traveling to Costa Rica and staying near Quepos! You will love this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALONGKORN, Honolulu

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael, portland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

ryan, long beach

Liked: Staff & service
No night attendant! Dangerous property ! Very up and down hillside. Service for Costa Rica standards was ok. Design of property cool and food better than average. The property is NOT close to the beach. Access in and out of the property is not great- it’s not near anything. Overall the Hotel incorrectly advertises access to beach. Also, the overall hilly and sliding nature of the property is a disaster waiting to happen. I have traveled to Costa Rica many times and this hotel is not on par with Pura Vida.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023